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infest

verb
/ɪnˈfɛst/

Meaning

to overrun in large numbers, especially so as to cause damage or discomfort

Example Sentences

The old house was infested with rats.

Example Expressions

infested with

Synonyms

overrun, plague, swarm, invade, beset

Antonyms

cleanse, rid, purify

Collocations

infested with rats, infested with insects, infested area, heavily infested

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